MOØ300 Master's thesis

Contents and structure

During the final semester of the master`s programme in Innovation and Management, the student concentrates on writing their master`s thesis. The thesis is an independent piece of scientific research demonstrating the student`s competence in relevant disciplines in relation to the aims of the programme. Central theories for the thesis must be linked to core elements from the study programme. The master`s thesis should consist of a theoretical part and a part discussing the empirical data. The master thesis may also be based on a literature review.

Learning Outcome

The aim of the course is to enable the student to undertake independent scientific work. The student acquires in-depth knowledge of the specific problem chosen for the thesis and learns to use the required methods.

Knowledge

On completion of the course the candidate:

• has advanced knowledge in finding and analysing research questions related to innovation and management.
• can demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the specific problem chosen for the thesis.
• can critically examine various sources of data and information.
• can make decisions regarding choice of research themes and issue, theoretical and methodological approaches and tools, formulation and development of hypotheses, and conduct analyses and investigations of data.

Skills

On completion of the course the candidate can:

• analyse and deal critically with various sources of information in order to make independent judgements when using relevant data, theories and available literature.
• analyse, plan and complete a large project.
• organise, summarise and analyse data and use required methods.
• demonstrate advanced skills in independent and critical analysis and interpretation.
• demonstrate advanced skills in writing scientific dissertations, developing relevant and logical arguments, and using various reference sources.
• write clearly about issues related to innovation and management.

Competence

On completion of the course the candidate can:

• analyse and understand scientific project reports and articles.
• apply his/her knowledge and skills in new areas in order to carry out advanced assignments and projects.
• can communicate extensive, independent work and master the language and terminology of the academic field.
• communicate research findings to a broader public.
• analyse and understand strengths and weaknesses of interdisciplinary approaches in science.

Entry requirements

Students must have admission to the Master in Innovation and Management, Social Science track. Students must have completed all other courses in the programme in order to receive supervision and to submit their thesis.

Teaching methods

The supervisor(s) will guide the students in their work on the thesis in individual tutorials. Each student has the right to a maximum of 30 hours of supervision. This includes the supervisors time for preparation and 10 hours of personal supervision. The amount of time for supervision remains the same in case of co-supervision by more than one supervisor. A supervision contract must be completed and signed by both the supervisor(s) and the student.

Compulsory learning activities

Master thesis.

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Assessment

Master thesis and adjusting oral examination.

The grade for the master thesis will be announced at least 24 hours before the adjusting oral examination starts. The grade may be adjusted up or down by maximum one grade.

The thesis committee is composed of two members, one of which is external. The two members of the thesis committee will agree on the grade. In the case of dissent, a new commission will be appointed and a new examination date will be set.

Grading scale is A-F where F is fail.